Two piece driveshaft carrier replacement. Any help? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

SweetandLong68 · 05-28-2004, 08:50 PM

Hey guys,

I just picked up a 71 LWB that needs a new carrier bearing for the two piece driveshaft.

Any tips that you guys can think of on replacing one? I already bought a new Timken bearing. Pretty straightforward work to me but I thought I would ask anyways.

BTW...Is there any way to go to a one piece driveshaft??

What about something a bit stronger? I am building a 400+ hp SBC to go in this truck and I wonder how much stress this design can take? Any help there???

thanks much
CHRIS

24 Albie · 05-28-2004, 09:16 PM

I got my old one off with a propane torch and beat the crap out of it. Took a bit but it came off. To make the install of the new one easy I put the end of the drive shaft in ice water for about 30 minutes while the new carrier bearing was in the wifes oven baking at 175.... She wasn't home! It was snug but went on fairly easliy. L8tr, Mike

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 05-29-2004, 08:48 AM

Chris there is a billet carrier bearing out that would stand up the the 400 poines better than a stock rubber one... As for a 1 pc shaft it would be too long and vibrate like hell from what I have been told and read on this board... BTW if you use a press the bearing will slide off and on easily...

slam33 · 05-29-2004, 10:01 AM

The regular one has worked well for me since I figured out how to install it correctly. I use to blow them out once a yr. You need to leave the bearing mounted but loose until you get the rear shaft mounted and tight to the rear end. Then give it a shake so that it centers itself then tighten the bolts. I'm going on 2 yrs now with no problems.

**lolife99** · 05-29-2004, 11:07 AM

Use a long tailshaft transmission with a custom driveshaft. (Still makes for a LONG driveshaft!)

*dtlilly* · 05-29-2004, 11:47 AM

I took my shaft to NAPA and they took off the old one and pressed the new one one for $30. I know it's pricey, but it was done correctly and I didn't have to sweat or skin any knuckles

SweetandLong68 · 05-29-2004, 07:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FRENCHBLUE72

Chris there is a billet carrier bearing out that would stand up the the 400 poines better than a stock rubber one...

Where would I find one of these??

thanks
CHRIS

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 05-29-2004, 07:24 PM

Not sure but a board member was postin some pic's of it and they are now on my old computer maybe someone will speak up..

neonlarry · 05-29-2004, 08:41 PM

Here you go, http://www.iedls.com/bearings.html .
I've put one in my truck after going thru a few carrier bearings,
haven't had any problems since.

SweetandLong68 · 05-29-2004, 09:02 PM

Thanks Larry...I will check into them.

lata
CHRIS

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 05-29-2004, 09:09 PM

I knew someone would have the link .....

05-28-2004, 08:50 PM	#1
SweetandLong68 Your UncleBen Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Indian Trail, NC Posts: 590	Two piece driveshaft carrier replacement. Any help? Hey guys, I just picked up a 71 LWB that needs a new carrier bearing for the two piece driveshaft. Any tips that you guys can think of on replacing one? I already bought a new Timken bearing. Pretty straightforward work to me but I thought I would ask anyways. BTW...Is there any way to go to a one piece driveshaft?? What about something a bit stronger? I am building a 400+ hp SBC to go in this truck and I wonder how much stress this design can take? Any help there??? thanks much CHRIS __________________ 68 C10 shortbed -- Street/Strip

05-28-2004, 09:16 PM	#2
24 Albie Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Camden, NC Posts: 28	I got my old one off with a propane torch and beat the crap out of it. Took a bit but it came off. To make the install of the new one easy I put the end of the drive shaft in ice water for about 30 minutes while the new carrier bearing was in the wifes oven baking at 175.... She wasn't home! It was snug but went on fairly easliy. L8tr, Mike __________________ 1972 C-10 LWB (son's) work in progress 1998 Dodge 2500 12V Cummins Diesel 2004 Road King

05-29-2004, 08:48 AM	#3
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,594	Chris there is a billet carrier bearing out that would stand up the the 400 poines better than a stock rubber one... As for a 1 pc shaft it would be too long and vibrate like hell from what I have been told and read on this board... BTW if you use a press the bearing will slide off and on easily... __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

05-29-2004, 10:01 AM	#4
slam33 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Long Beach, Ca Posts: 1,432	The regular one has worked well for me since I figured out how to install it correctly. I use to blow them out once a yr. You need to leave the bearing mounted but loose until you get the rear shaft mounted and tight to the rear end. Then give it a shake so that it centers itself then tighten the bolts. I'm going on 2 yrs now with no problems. __________________ 71 LWB 350/350still working on it but it's going tp be sweet. www.geocities.com/stevemau/slam33page.html " TARGET=_blank>http://www.geocities.com/stevemau/slam33page.html?1004806705410 </A>

05-29-2004, 07:24 PM	#8
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,594	Not sure but a board member was postin some pic's of it and they are now on my old computer maybe someone will speak up.. __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

05-29-2004, 11:07 AM	#5
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,690	Use a long tailshaft transmission with a custom driveshaft. (Still makes for a LONG driveshaft!)

05-29-2004, 11:47 AM	#6
dtlilly Account Suspended Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Shadow of Lambeau Field Posts: 5,597	I took my shaft to NAPA and they took off the old one and pressed the new one one for $30. I know it's pricey, but it was done correctly and I didn't have to sweat or skin any knuckles

05-29-2004, 08:41 PM	#9
neonlarry Registered User Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Vacaville, CA Posts: 2,746	Here you go, http://www.iedls.com/bearings.html . I've put one in my truck after going thru a few carrier bearings, haven't had any problems since. __________________ 70 C/10 Light Red 350/TH350, HEI, Duals w/40 series Flows, 91 seat, LED taillights 99 Pontiac S/C GTP, SLP Ram Air hood, GMPP Konis & springs 95 Neon ACR, MP PCM, AFX UDP, 3.0 CAI

05-29-2004, 09:02 PM	#10
SweetandLong68 Your UncleBen Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Indian Trail, NC Posts: 590	Thanks Larry...I will check into them. lata CHRIS __________________ 68 C10 shortbed -- Street/Strip

05-29-2004, 09:09 PM	#11
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,594	I knew someone would have the link ..... __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..



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